MacDougall Auctions 27 November 2006

27 November 2006

Artist Index / Full Catalogue


Le Coq Gris

205. CHAGALL, MARC 1887-1985

Le Coq Gris hand-signed, dated and dedicated in pencil by the artist to Theodore Fraenkel. Also signed and dated in the plate.

Original lithograph in colour, 92.5 by 63 cm.
10,000-15,000 Pounds

Provenance: A gift from the artist to Theodore Fraenkel, a surrealistic artist. This extremely rare lithograph was printed in 1950 by Charles Sorlier. It is one of a few known hand-signed and dedicated artist proofs. There was no signed edition aside from these artist proofs.


Notes on symbols:
* Indicates 5% Import Duty Charge applies.
Ω Indicates 20% Import Duty Charge applies.
§ Indicates Artist's Resale Right applies.
† Indicates Standard VAT scheme applies, and the rate of 20% VAT will be charged on both hammer price and premium.